Baked Pasta Pizza
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
12 people
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Calories
405 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Baked Pasta Pizza
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This Pizza Casserole Recipe combines all of the things you love about pizza with pasta in a delicious baked casserole. Every bite is packed with flavor and gooey cheese. With one unexpected ingredient, you'll have a depth of flavor you won't find in other casseroles!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground sausage mild or sweet Italian Sausage
- ½ cup beef stock
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 40 oz marinara pasta sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 12 ounces rotini or cavatappi pasta
- 5 ounces mini pepperonis
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
- red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- While you are waiting for the water to boil, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the Italian Sausage and cook, breaking it up until it's completely cooked through.
- Add the garlic and saute just until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be sure not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the beef stock and scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for a minute.
- Pour in the Worcestershire sauce, marinara sauce, garlic powder, oregano, and basil. Mix to combine. Let it simmer on low while you boil the pasta.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente.
- Combine the cooked pasta, sauce mixture, half of the pepperoni, and half of the mozzarella. Mix until it's fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into the 9x13 baking dish.
- Sprinkle the top of the pasta with the remaining mozzarella, parmesan, and pepperonis. Sprinkle the top with red pepper flakes if using.
- Cover and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the cover and bake an additional 15 minutes uncovered.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Be sure to use a pasta sauce you really enjoy. It will make a big difference in the overall result.
- It's important that the cheese is freshly shredded. Pre-shredded cheese has a anti-caking agent on it that keeps it from melting the same as freshly shredded. The little extra work is worth it.
- You can top it with all of your favorite traditional pizza toppings! Go crazy with bell peppers, olives, onions, and mushrooms.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
405kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
60mg
(20%)
Sodium
1190mg
(50%)
Potassium
568mg
(16%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
595IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
178mg
(18%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 405kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 1190mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 568mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 595IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 178mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
3 reviews
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